She knew from a young age that she wanted to dedicate her life to helping those in need.

When she was 22 years old she agreed to marry a young Scottish soldier who she knew would support her in her mission. His name was Archibald Chisholm. They soon moved to India where Archibald had been posted for work.

You'd think such an important person in Australia's history would be born in Australia right? Wrong!

Caroline Jones was born in a small English village called Northhampton in 1808.